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An unashamedly Jewish comedy chat show where all are welcome! Jew Talkin' To Me? is hosted by award winning comedians, Rachel Creeger and Philip Simon, and produced by Russell Balkind. Each show features two guests from the entertainment industry sharing their views on a variety of topics connected to modern Jewish life in a secular world, as well as their memories of growing up Jewish. Both Philip and Rachel are well known as Jewish comedians on both the mainstream and community circuit and ...
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Everything is ENERGY and that's all there is to it! Match the frequency of the reality you want and you cannot help but get that reality! It can be no other way. This is not philosophy. This is physics. I am Caroline, pronounced Caroleeen in French. I am the happy vibes of a lovely French-Italian-Tunisian-Jewish mix! I am a powerful attractor because, without sounding arrogant, I can honestly say that I understand energies like no one else. And in this podcast “Love Sex & Energy”, I teach it ...
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The Bible and Beyond podcast is a series of interviews with scholars who are able to unlock mysteries from extra-canonical books, forgotten scriptures, so-called 'gnostic' gospels, as well as the Bible. Host Shirley Paulson, Ph.D., and her guests explore historical and spiritual questions about Jesus, gender, women, salvation, healing, and the meaning of life. The discoveries these scholars share don’t always fit with what we've been told, but time and again they lead us toward a deeper inti ...
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week we're joined by multi award winning actor, writer, director and magician, Andy Nyman! Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Facebook: @JewTalkin Twitter: @JewTalkin Instagram: @JewTalkin Lots more …
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An Interview with Dr. Kimberly Bauser McBrien Kimberly Bauser McBrien finds the Secret Book of James to be a humorous critique on the idea of apostolic authority. From our 21st-century perspective, it is difficult to decipher the difference between a weird or absurd tale from a clever parody on a serious subject. She argues that this late second ce…
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An Interview with Dr. Erin Galgay Walsh Macrina was born into a wealthy and historically important Christian family. Her virtuous life, devoted to Christ, was based on her ascetic ideals. That is, she rejected human pleasures and comforts in order to free herself to be fully present to Christ. The 4th century text, The Life of Macrina, which was wr…
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An Interview with Dr. Tony Burke If the Secret Gospel of Mark turns out to be authentic, it could provide important insights into early Christian thought and practices. Popular theory claims it is mere forgery, however, created and circulated due to pro-homosexual motives. Professor Tony Burke explains the origin of the text, its content, the basis…
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An Interview with Dr. David Brakke David Brakke challenges the common notion that Christians had a New Testament type of Bible by around 200. Rather, he claims, their Bible was Jewish scriptures plus a wide variety of written texts by Jesus followers used in multiple contexts. Marcion and his followers would have been the exception, since he reject…
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An interview with Dr. Sarah Parkhouse Dr. Sarah Parkhouse has made a discovery that is quite noteworthy for anyone interested in the Gospel of Mary. One of the hundreds, if not thousands, of small fragments of papyri found in the garbage dump Oxyrhynchus, Egypt, just might be a missing part of the Gospel of Mary. The fragment includes a description…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week we're joined by multi award winning TV producer and playwright, creator of shows including Mock The Week and Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Dan Patterson! Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Facebook:…
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An interview with Dr. David Litwa The strange story of Simon in the Bible illustrates the uncomfortable truth that Christianity seems to reinvent itself when it defines itself in opposition to its perceived enemies. In this biblical account, Simon (later called Simon Magus) appears to have been repenting properly from his mistake of offering to pay…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week we're joined by Canadian comedian, actor and coach, Mike Sheer Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Facebook: @JewTalkin Twitter: @JewTalkin Instagram: @JewTalkin Lots more fantastic episodes wait…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week we're joined by BAFTA award-winning broadcaster, vocal coach, leadership coach and campaigner, Carrie Grant Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Facebook: @JewTalkin Twitter: @JewTalkin Instagram:…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week we're putting out a sort of holding episode reflecting on life as a British Jew since the terrorist attacks of 7th October in which over 1200 Israelis were killed and more than 200 hostages taken …
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An Interview with John Dominic Crossan John Dominic Crossan draws on his own Irish life experiences to create an image of Jesus living in an empire dominating the Jewish world of Jesus. The Roman Empire might have been perceived as “the world of civilization,” accomplishing great power and wealth. But this success came at the expense of its conquer…
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An Interview with Rabbi Evan Moffic Rabbi Evan Moffic, senior rabbi at a vibrant Reform Jewish congregation in northern Illinois, thinks Christians can understand Jesus’s words and works better – and Jews and Christians can understand each other better -- by considering the Jewish world of Jesus more fully. In this podcast interview, he explains Je…
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An interview with Dr. Susan M. (Elli) Elliott In answer to a listener’s question about how attitudes toward singleness evolved in Christianity, Dr. Elliott draws on her knowledge of family legislation that Caesar Augustus inflicted on the Romans well before Jesus’s ministry. Followers of Jesus often followed the common but conflicting Roman attitud…
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Darkness can only attract darkness. Don't give the power over how you feel to the 'enemy'. When you feel heavy or angry, you let them win and you solve nothing. Watching the news creates thoughts of fear and anger. This is the time to pick yourselves up and to understand that in order to attract peace, you must BE peace. Peace is an energy, a vibra…
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An interview with Dr. Deborah Saxon. Martyrdom in antiquity was often a painful choice. The dual powers of religion and politics made those decisions complex, but also caused a search for identity. Christians had to determine whether they would live under Roman systems, by Christian faithfulness, or by imagining a reward with Christ after martyrdom…
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An interview with Dr. James McGrath Professor James McGrath explains why you should read ancient texts outside the Bible. A knowledge of apocryphal and other noncanonical texts give more background to biblical writings. The meaning of canon itself becomes clearer in the context of the many cousin-like texts that relate to the biblical writings. McG…
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An Interview with Dr. Jeremiah Coogan Dr. Jeremiah Coogan, a scholar of ancient manuscripts, explains the significance of the recent discovery of an ancient palimpsest. That’s an ancient writing found underneath other writing that had covered it. The object we’re discussing contains the Old Syriac translation fragment of the gospel of Matthew, and …
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is Hollywood actor and author, Mara Wilson! Follow them on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon: …
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is broadcaster comedian and author, Russ Kane! Follow him on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is American comedian and author, Mark Schiff! Follow them on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is West End superstar, Kim Ismay! Follow her on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin …
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An interview with Dr. Jason BeDuhn. Dr. Jason BeDuhn, an expert on Manichaeism, takes us into the ancient world where Mani was a leader of early Jesus followers in the East, before the fourth century Council of Nicea. He paints an intriguing picture of Mani’s interpretation of Jesus’s teachings and how Christianity might have been different if he h…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is international non-binary beatbox star, disability & mental health ambassador and former world looping champion SK Shlomo! Follow them on social media, follow US on social media and don'…
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Join Jewish Comedians Rachel Creeger & Philip Simon for their comedy podcast, a chat show about all things Jewish, produced by Russell Balkind. This week’s guest is comedian and actor, Tehran. Follow him on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Fac…
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Follow her on social media, follow US on social media and don't forget to let us know what you think about the show. Subscribe to our Patreon: @JewTalkin Facebook: @JewTalkin Twitter: @JewTalkin Instagram: @JewTalkin Lots more fantastic episodes waiting to be released, so don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a 5* review - it really helps other pe…
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An Interview with Dr. Joseph Bessler. Dr. Joseph Bessler challenges and delights us with his suggestions that learning what we can about the historical Jesus contributes to the betterment of society. The surprise of the past few decades has been the revelation that our traditional teaching of Jesus has been used to silence the voices of any ‘other.…
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You don’t attract what you want. You attract what you believe to be true. The universe doesn’t need you to chase what you are wanting. When you chase the things you want, you imply they aren’t in your life yet. You imply lack and scarcity, which delays the process of manifestation. Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio are here on May 5th. It’s th…
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An interview with Dr. Arthur J. Dewey Arthur Dewey explains how the “blood curse,” based on Jesus’s trial before Pilate, has been taken out of context and turned into a false basis for blaming Jews as a whole for the death of God. The “trial” in the Gospel of Matthew (which could not have taken place historically) was based on Mark’s original criti…
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The new moon solar eclipse in Aries is a time of fast shifts and unexpected turning points. I am a Master of Energy. I understand and manipulate energies like very few can. I have manifested true love and abundance in my life and in this short episode I share with you my 4 simple steps to attracting the right people and the abundance you want in yo…
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An interview with Dr. B. Brandon Scott Dr. Brandon Scott explains the complicated history of resurrection. It was not an Easter celebration during biblical times, but the hope of God’s restoration of things was handed down from Daniel and the Maccabees. Sacrifice was widespread in the ancient world, not because of sins, but as an act intended to re…
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Welcome to the “Love Sex & Energy” podcast! Today is the 23/23 Portal AND Pluto is transitioning in Aquarius! This is one of the biggest cosmic shifts, bringing major transformation in our lives. Unlimited growth. Soul evolution. Anything outdate will end. A romantic relationship. A lover like never before. It's all happening! And if you want to he…
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A wish is something you desire, crave or long to experience in your life. The more specific you can be as you make your wish, the better. Listen in as I take you on a relaxing meditative experience where you close your eyes, breathe deeply and allow a wonderful picture to unfold inside your mind’s eye! Get ready! Make a wish, do the work and watch …
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Think big, trust yourself, and make it happen! Yessssssss! Have you ever wondered what success looks like to you? To me success is about passion and about doing what I love! In this episode I help you define your success and get ready to become VERY successful! Welcome to Jewish & Spiritual, the podcast for everyone who loves LOVE!!! Dear friends, …
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"I'll have what she's having..." Famous line from "When Harry Met Sally", and a line I often hear from my clients and friends! Your soul is your super power! It is also your best guide. Want to feel turned ON, abundant and a super attractor most of the time? In this episode, I teach you the simple steps to awakening and nurturing your soul! •Dear f…
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Early Christian Texts is celebrating the 50th episode of our Bible and Beyond Podcast! We have collected snippets from ten episodes featuring several of our interviews since the podcast first aired in 2019. All fifty episodes have been quite unique and fascinating, but these ten excerpts exemplify the depth and breadth of the topics we covered — fr…
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This month Shirley interviews Perry Kea, an expert scholar on the Book of Acts. Dr. Kea explains why the objectives of the author of the Book of Acts differ from simple historical documentation. The letters of Paul provide an excellent example of such differences and illustrate why the objective of the Book of Acts is inconsistent with historical f…
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Sexual energy is your life force. It’s power correlates directly to your success, to your freedom, to your youth, and to your feeling super alive and even invincible! Mercury retrograde is over, and Mars, the planet of our desires and energy, has gone direct! It’s time to talk about loooove….and about this completely unique bond that is TWIN FLAME …
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Dr. Jennifer Stollman, a Conservative Jew, surprised herself by discovering a couple of ‘game-changers’ in her reading of Paulson’s book, Illuminating the Secret Revelation of John: Catching the Light. As a self-described activist, Stollman was startled to consider an elevated sense of God that challenges traditional beliefs in the permanence of ev…
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An interview with Dr. Eric Vanden Eykel 'The Magi' of antiquity were usually religious professionals who were almost always associated with people in power, such as kings. But they were not kings themselves. Therefore Dr. Eric Vanden Eykel thinks the author of the Gospel of Matthew uses the characters of 'the magi' (instead of the shepherds who app…
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In this episode, I share with you my number one secret to manifesting successfully and how I can dream 24/7 about my burning desires, without creating pressure or neediness...and attract effortlessly! •Dear friends, the podcast is being downloaded in 56 COUNTRIES, 612 CITIES, on ALL 6 CONTINENTS!!!! All organically, thanks to you all sharing it! Fr…
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An interview with Elizabeth Schrader Polczer Elizabeth Schrader Polczer claims that there has always been controversy over Mary Magdalene’s name and birthplace. She argues that Mary Magdalene was probably not from Magdala. So the name we use to refer to her should be ‘Mary Magdalene’ and not ‘Mary of Magdala’ for both historical reasons and the fac…
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How did the monetary guarantee of the ketubah develop? What light can similar contracts from the Ancient Near East and modern pre-marital financial agreements such as the pre-nup shed on the nature of the ketubah, including the question of whether it is binding? Prof. Michael L. Satlow is Professor of Judaic Studies and Religious Studies at Brown U…
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There is no greater power than LOVE! LOVE is delicious and in this episode I guide you through a daily practice for you to become LOVE, live, sustain and attract LOVE! •Dear friends, if you enjoy what you are learning from this podcast, please share it with your friends and on your social media feeds! Tag me @caroszabocoaching and help me share my …
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CW// sexual assault/r*pe What do Talmudic texts about vaginal bleeding and sexual assault tell us about how the rabbis perceived women’s humanity and subjectivity? Is a true gender-egalitarian halakha even possible? This is the second part of an interview. Listen to part one here. Dr. Rebecca Kamholz holds a PhD in rabbinics from Yale University. H…
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An interview with Rev. Kyndall Rae Rothaus Kyndall Rae Rothaus, a popular young female minister, tackles the ancient Mary Magdalene smear campaign as an example of the damage which can be done by mistaken assumptions. To her, it’s yet another example of the way people discredit strong women, both in the past and today. She believes that unraveling …
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